Pre-Calculus Lesson Plans

Eleventh graders define limits and use the rules of limits to write equations. In this algebra lesson plan, 11th graders analyze their data and rewrite them using algebraic equations. They review percents and practice writing percents.

Eleventh graders explore polynomials graphs and their end behavior. In this algebra activity, 11th graders collect data  and analyze it through graphing. They use a TI to graph and use transformation to observe the movement of the graphs.

Students estimate and calculate the distance of a shape. In this algebra lesson, students differentiate between a horizontal distance and it's reflected image. They measure the reflection and the point starting at the eye of the observer.

Students collect data using the CBL. In this statistics lesson, students predict the type of graph that will be created based on the type of activity the person does. The graph represents heart rate depending the level of activity.

Students explore number values by completing a fraction activity in class. In this data graphing instructional activity, students identify the term "rational function" and practice converting them into graphs. Students check their work with the teacher as they continue through the instructional activity.

Students review and analyze topics needed to be successful in calculus. In this precalculus lesson, students review the unit circle and its properties. The trigonometric ratios and its identities.

Students practice using graphing calculators and spreadsheets as they explore numeric limits using sequences and functions, complete sequencing worksheet, and determine which sequence corresponds to story of Froggy and Wanda.

Solve problems using integration and derivatives. By using calculus, learners will analyze graphs to find the extrema and change in behavior. They then will identify the end behavior using the derivatives. Activities and handouts are included.

Students investigate geometric series.  In this Algebra II/Pre-Calculus lesson, students use a spreadsheet application to create partial sums of geometric series and observe convergence and divergence.  Students investigate the relationship between the behavior of the graph and the common ratio of the series.  Students examine the formula for the sum of a divergent infinite geometric series. 

Students investigate the area under a curve and the rate of change.